aframomum

noun

Meaning

A genus of plants in the ginger family native to Africa, often cultivated for their aromatic seeds used as a spice.

Examples

Many species of Aframomum are used in traditional African medicine for their therapeutic properties.
The seeds of Aframomum melegueta are commonly referred to as grains of paradise.

Synonyms: ginger, spice, herb, zingiberaceae

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aframomum

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæfrəˈmoʊməm/

Definition

A genus of plants in the ginger family native to Africa, often cultivated for their aromatic seeds used as a spice.

Examples

Many species of Aframomum are used in traditional African medicine for their therapeutic properties.
The seeds of Aframomum melegueta are commonly referred to as grains of paradise.

Synonyms of aframomum

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